Former president Ian Khama says Botswana has neither objected to nor asked him to stop his criticism of African leaders, including Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, and that his vocal criticism does not conflict with Botswana's foreign policy.
30 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Former president Ian Khama says Botswana has neither objected to nor asked him to stop his criticism of African leaders, including Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, and that his vocal criticism does not conflict with Botswana's foreign policy.
30 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The BDP handed over cattle last week to settle a 17-cattle bill demanded by the Bangwato tribe over grievances from the party's time in power, including allegations it denied the tribe access to the kgotla and circumstances leading to the paramount chief's exile. The party had delivered seven cattle previously, with the latest delivery completing the outstanding payment.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Vice President and Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe unveiled a proposed SOE ownership policy, warning that government will no longer automatically continue owning enterprises simply because they have historically been in public hands.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Ex-BNF president Otsweletse Moupo rejects a patronage approach to cadre deployment, arguing in a paper for the party's policy forum that the party's long struggle was aimed at establishing a just social order, not securing material benefits for members. He maintains that any benefits accruing to deployed members should be incidental to their responsibility of serving the public.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
BNF official Moupo will present on party cadre values at the BNF Policy Forum in Selebi-Phikwe (October 9–11), addressing discipline, conduct, deployment, and behavioural traits such as dishonesty, alcohol use, and materialism, examining how these affect the organisation and the role of cadres in implementing party political lines.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Wanzy, which began commercial operations in May 2025, has attracted more than 3,000 active customers and onboarded over 41 establishments, with repeat customers accounting for 72% of orders.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Access Bank Botswana's profit after tax fell 20 percent to P79.9 million in 2025 as higher funding costs, impairments and operating expenses outweighed growth in its loan book and non-interest income.
30 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Sefalana posted record revenue of P12.13 billion in 2026, but weaker margins and higher costs drove profit after tax down 45 percent to P234 million.
30 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The #PushaBW Store at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, which showcases products made entirely in Botswana by local entrepreneurs, achieved sales of P714,153.60, with the third quarter being its strongest trading period driven by increased festive-season demand and replica kit sales for the national football team.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
First Lady Kaone Boko and her Mozambican counterpart Madame Gueta Chapo distributed maternal care packs and educational materials to young mothers in Gaborone West, with Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe reaffirming government commitment to child health and maternal care.
30 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana held its 60th Diamond Jubilee Independence Day celebrations under the theme "Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity," with President Duma Boko, Mozambique President Daniel Chapo, and the Minister of Sport and Arts touring exhibitor stalls at the Main Mall.
30 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana's under-23 football team lost 2-0 to Mozambique's young side during an Independence Day celebration match at the National Stadium, with Rizan Romao scoring both goals in the second half.
30 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana is developing a restaurant at the Samora Machel Museum in Lobatse to serve Portuguese and local Setswana cuisine, including shrimp and Seswaa dishes, Minister of Environment and Tourism Wynter Mmolotsi announced during a visit by Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo.
30 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →